Private Island Near Rio de Janiero, Brazil
The private island is located in the Angra dos Reis archipelago about 2 hours south of Rio de Janeiro. Known as the Green Coast of Brazil, the 365-island paradise is famous for its lush greenery and emerald green waters with over 2000 beaches.
The private island is located in the Angra dos Reis archipelago about 2 hours south of Rio de Janeiro.
Known as the Green Coast of Brazil, the 365-island paradise is centred around the Colonial-era town of Angra dos Reis and is famous for its lush greenery and emerald green waters with over 2000 beaches.
Angra dos Reis, Brazil
The buyer of this private island for sale will be in good company: Ricky Martin purchased a 19-acre private island in Angra dos Reis for $8,000,000 USD back in 2008.
There are several structures on the 2.59 acre island, connected by indigenous stone paths and the property comes with a tennis court, boat deck, and a helipad.
The island is supported by a 200,000-litre water cistern, in addition to the complete infrastructure for energy, telephone, and internet cabling.
The main residence is known as ‘Casa de Curvas’ and was built by Cláudio Bernardes & Jacobsen Arquitetura in 1996. The 2-bedroom residence is accompanied by a double bungalow with 2 ensuite bedrooms, and five additional cottages with one suite each.
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18th Century French Chateau, 40 Minutes From Paris
Inspired by the serenity of its gardens, philosopher, writer and composer Jean-Jacques Rousseau spent 6 weeks at the chateau in 1778, and was buried in the gardens on the Isle of Poplars.
Château d'Ermenonville dates back to the middle ages with the present-day chateau built and the gardens expanded in the 18th century.
A fine example of the aesthetic canons of the Age of Enlightenment, the French chateau for sale has hosted royalty and luminaries throughout the ages.
Inspired by the serenity of the gardens, philosopher, writer and composer Jean-Jacques Rousseau spent 6 weeks at the chateau in 1778, and was buried in the gardens on the Isle of Poplars.
Surrounded by a moat, the French chateau is run as a boutique hotel near Paris with conference rooms and a restaurant.
The 32,292 sq ft chateau offers 55 bedrooms of accommodation and several reception rooms overlooking the surrounding park.
The 45 acre property is located near the medieval town of Senlis in the Oise department, northeast of Paris, France and just 20 minutes for CDG airport.
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Modern House in Connecticut By Renowned Architect Rafael Viñoly
191 Ridgebury Road is one of the rare private residences designed by Uruguayan architect Rafael Viñoly, best known for his towering urban projects.
191 Ridgebury Road is one of the rare private residences designed by Uruguayan architect Rafael Viñoly, best known for his towering urban projects.
The modern house was built in 1985 for Alice Lawrence, the widow of real estate mogul Sylvan Lawrence, designed to showcase her vast art collection with expansive, light-filled spaces and showroom-worthy Atrium, featuring unique architectural detailing with curved walls and angular lines.
The 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence has a Chef’s kitchen with Wenge African Hardwood & stainless steel cabinetry, and comes with a luxurious master suite with a spa-like bath and a private Penthouse Library and Observation Deck, offering spectacular views over the Hudson River.
Constructed with rare and imported materials, the sleek steel, cement, and glass structure is estimated to have exceeded $25M in construction costs at the time of building, with an additional $3M in landscaping the 4.72 acre lot.
Surrounded by travertine terracing and a magnificent outdoor pool, in addition to a 58-foot indoor lap pool, accessible from the Guest wing.
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Luxury Villa and Tuscan Estate Near Siena, Italy
Set in the heart of Tuscany just 30 minutes from Siena, the restored villa offers incredible views of the Tuscan landscape, from Crete Senesi to Val d’Orcia, and across to the towers of Siena on clear days.
Set in the heart of Tuscany just 30 minutes from Siena, the restored villa offers incredible views of the Tuscan landscape, from Crete Senesi to Val d’Orcia, and across to the towers of Siena on clear days.
Beautifully restored to a high standard without sacrificing its authentic charm, the Tuscan villa features the finest Italian craftsmanship and luxurious amenities, like a billiards room, wine cellar, and gym.
The Tuscan villa for sale comes with 2 guest houses and offers a total of 7 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms across 10,764 square feet of living space.
Each bedroom is ensuite, and the property benefits from full air conditioning and underfloor heating throughout.
The 7.4 acre grounds are beautifully landscaped and features a travertine infinity pool, an outdoor kitchen, and a helipad on the property.
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Historic Mansion and Stud Farm in Norway Set on Ancient Viking Lands
Semb Hovedgård is set on ancient lands that were likely mentioned in Snorre's royal sagas, with evidence of a 5000 year old Viking settlement, and later a headquarters for the Vestfold kings.
This property is on the market for 100,000,000 (~ €11.3M), listed with Nordvik.
The Norwegian mansion is set within a 413 acre estate with equestrian facilities for up to 50 horses, an 18-hole golf course, 4 tennis courts, extensive woodland and leased agricultural land.
Semb Hovedgård is set on ancient lands that were likely mentioned in Snorre's royal sagas, with evidence of a 5000 year old Viking settlement, and later a headquarters for the Vestfold kings.
The historic property has an incredible Romanesque vault in the basement, featuring several metre-thick walls, a fireplace, and a wine cellar, whose origins are unknown but is believed to belong to a former church or monastery.
In Norse, Semb «Sæeimr» means the farm (heimr) by the sea, and in 1825 Norse educator and politician Jacob Sverdrug purchased the property and established the first agricultural school in Norway, which became a gathering place for Scandinavian farmers.
In 1908, a fire ravaged the property and destroyed the main house. The present-day mansion was built in 1910 according to drawings by the architect Herman Backer, a prominent architect for the rich and powerful of the time.
In 1916, industrialist builder and former CEO of Norsk Hydro, Sam Eyde, purchased the farm and surrounding estates and established industrialised agriculture in Norway, in addition to creating the country’s top golf courses, and a top-of-the-line equestrian complex.
The 11 bedroom mansion offers 10,871 sq ft of interior space and was renovated by its current owner in 1998, offering modern amenities like surround sound and geothermal heating.
One of the most beautiful properties in Norway, Semb Hovedgård is just 3km from the centre of Horten, 30 minutes from Torp international airport, and 1 hour from central Oslo .
For those looking to own a piece of VIking history, there are no restrictions in Norway for foreign buyers.
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Le Bois d'Hagard: Manor House and Country Estate in Flanders, Belgium
The bucolic property is set within a 124 acre landscaped park located in the municipality of Overijse, a suburb of the wider Brussels metropolitan area.
Dating back to 1909, the manor house was designed by architect A. Verhell and is set dramatically atop a hill overlooking a pond, surrounded by formal gardens.
The bucolic property is set within a 124 acre landscaped park laid out by J. Wirtz, located in the municipality of Overijse, a suburb of the wider Brussels metropolitan area.
The main manor house offers over 10,000 sq ft of living space with 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms and has been updated for modern living without sacrificing its authentic charm. In addition to the main house, the property comes with a coach house offering staff accommodation.
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High Scatteree is a Dream Waterfront Estate in Chatham, Cape Cod
The Neo-Georgian stunner was built in 1939 as the summer home for Philadelphia’s prominent Leeds family and is on the market for the first time in over 80 years.
The Neo-Georgian stunner was built in 1939 as the summer home for Philadelphia’s wealthy Leeds family and is on the market for the first time in over 80 years.
The New England property sits on 2 acres of grounds with an arboretum, a clay tennis court, and 500 feet of private shoreline, complete with a boathouse and a deep-water deck.
The 7-bedroom Neo-Georgian home was inspired by the shingled “captain’s”-style houses of Chatham and the property also comes with a 2 bedroom guest house overlooking the seaside rose garden.
High Scatteree is set on an elevated and protected promontory and offers panoramic ocean views, which are particularly spectacular when viewed from the central octagonal belvedere and roof deck.
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882-Acre Country Estate Near Pollença, Mallorca
Posesión de Muntanya is considered one of the best preserved Mallorcan manors on the island and dates back to the 15th century, although it is rumored to have been originally built by the Moors in the 13th century.
The largest of Spain's Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean, Mallorca is an island paradise known for its incredible beaches, rugged landscapes, and laid-back atmosphere.
The epic country estate is located near Pollenca, a town in the northern part of the island near Cap de Formentor.
Posesión de Muntanya is considered one of the best preserved Mallorcan manors on the island and dates back to the 15th century, although it is rumored to have been originally built by the Moors in the 13th century.
Beautifully restored, the manor house offers 6 bedrooms across 13,509 sq ft of space and offers beautiful views of mountains and sea from nearly every room.
The surrounding outbuildings contain a 1-bedroom guest house, an original oil press, and a Mallorcan oven, ideal for cooking suckling pig and lamb.
The 882 acre estate comes with orchards and plenty of fertile land, ideal for starting a vineyard, and comes with 2 freshwater springs and fountains that supply the property with water.
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Dreamy French Chateau in Brittany, France
Château de La Mallerie is located on the ‘Emerald Coast’ of Brittany in Beaussais-sur-Mer, just 15 minutes from the seaside resort of Dinard.
Château de La Mallerie is located on the ‘Emerald Coast’ of Brittany in Beaussais-sur-Mer, just 15 minutes from the seaside resort of Dinard.
Partly enclosed by half-filled moats and approached along a long winding drive with hundred-year-old trees, this French chateau offers a peaceful country seat, set in the heart of a 40 acre estate with woodland paths and lush gardens.
The elegant chateau dates back to the 18th century and offers 10 bedrooms of accommodation.
The chateau is accompanied by several stone outbuildings, including beautifully preserved stables, and a chapel.
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Cape Cod-Style Oceanfront Estate on Massachusetts’ Buzzards Bay
The property has commanding views over Buzzards Bay, connected to Cape Cod Bay by the Cape Cod Canal.
The timeless residence is set in 8.97 acres of grounds with a swimming pool and an impressive deep-water dock extending out into the ocean.
The Cape Cod-style home has been beautifully renovated over the years and offers timeless oceanfront living with modern amenities, like a home theatre and a home gym in the converted carriage house, and a pool house with a bunk bed room.
The main residence offers an additional 5 bedrooms of accommodation and features French doors throughout that open out onto the bluestone terrace and gardens.
The property has commanding views over Buzzards Bay, connected to Cape Cod Bay by the Cape Cod Canal.
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